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About the Founders

Speak Up a 501(c)3 was created and formed by two families that both suffered a devastating loss due to mental illness ending in suicide. We are united in breaking the silence and reducing stigma surrounding all mental illness and suicide. Our hope is that Speak Up will provide education and awareness in our community bridging the gaps between community, schools and parents.

Walk with us! September 15, 2019

Walk with us onSeptember 15, 2019! Walk will be held at Garmin. Registration opens at 8am! You can make a difference! Funds raised will help educate local teens and their families about mental health through the efforts of SPEAK UP. Click get involved below to register.

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What teens are saying about us?

We asked some local teens about what the donations mean to them?

“They’re important because there are tons of my peers that are going through a variety of different mental health problems, and I feel like Speak Up has the resources to help out these teens that are in need. It matters because suicide has continued to kill people in the community around me, and I want to make sure it is never one of my friends.”

Josh - BV teen

“I think it gives the sense of hope and the feeling that people everywhere are out there that can help in any way This matters because it gives teens like me the feeling that we are not alone”

2019 Walk Resources

We would like to thank our volunteer resource tables for joining us for the walk this year. With out there services, many of our coummunity would feel alone. Thank you for all the work you do in helping save lives!

Community Outreach Events

With funds raised last year, Speak Up will be helping over 10,000 kids this coming school year. Find out how to bring Speak Up to your school. It is our goal to supplement and expand upon your efforts where needed, assist with coordination and help to ensure their highest quality. We will work with each individual school to meet its needs.